--- title: 'Commercial Quality Control Chemist I at Serán BioScience' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/commercial-quality-control-chemist-i-seran-bioscience-bend-q49tynmr9j0h' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-16' --- # Commercial Quality Control Chemist I at Serán BioScience - **Company:** Serán BioScience - **Location:** Bend, OR - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-09-28 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-16 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/seranbio/28696498-f881-4316-bb25-b053821fcb76 ## Job description Serán is expanding its Bend, Oregon campus with a new GMP manufacturing facility and is seeking a Commercial Quality Control Chemist to play a critical role in the facility start-up of the new QC laboratory including equipment and facility qualifications. Once the facility is underway, the Commercial Quality Control Chemist will be responsible for performing routine and non-routine analytical testing in support of commercial pharmaceutical manufacturing, including facility testing, finished product release, stability programs, in-process control testing, raw material testing, and other quality control activities as assigned. The QC Chemist I executes analytical methods in accordance with approved procedures, cGMP requirements, and Good Documentation Practices (GDocP), ensuring accurate, reliable, and timely generation of analytical data. This position supports the Quality Control laboratory through effective execution of testing, proper documentation, equipment operation and maintenance, data review, and participation in laboratory investigations and continuous improvement initiatives. Duties & Responsibilities - Perform routine and non-routine analytical testing of commercial pharmaceutical products in accordance with approved analytical methods, specifications, SOPs, and laboratory procedures. - Execute facility testing, finished product release, stability, in-process control, raw material, and other QC testing as assigned. - Operate applicable laboratory instrumentation and perform analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, dissolution, UV-Vis, FTIR, and other technologies as qualified. - Prepare samples, standards, reagents, and solutions in accordance with approved procedures. - Accurately calculate, document, and report analytical results within established testing timelines. - Adhere to cGMP laboratory standards, Good Documentation Practices (GDocP), data integrity principles, and applicable regulatory requirements. - Complete laboratory documentation ensuring accuracy and completeness. - Review analytical data and supporting documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with approved procedures. - Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment while following applicable safety and chemical hygiene procedures. - Participate in investigations related to laboratory incidents, deviations, OOS, OOT, and other unexpected analytical results. - Assist with root cause investigations and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) as assigned. - Support analytical method transfers and method verification activities as assigned. - Participate in laboratory training programs and maintain required training and qualification records. - Support laboratory continuous improvement initiatives to improve testing efficiency, accuracy, compliance, and right-first-time execution. - Assist in client inquiries, regulatory inspections, audits, and other QC activities as requested by QC management. Required Skills & Abilities - Strong understanding of cGMP laboratory practices and applicable regulatory expectations. - Knowledge of Good Documentation Practices (GDocP) and data integrity principles. - Working knowledge of analytical chemistry principles, laboratory techniques, and pharmaceutical testing practices. - Demonstrated ability to accurately execute analytical methods and laboratory procedures. - Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills. - Ability to interpret analytical results and identify atypical or unexpected data. - Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. - Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet testing deadlines and commercial manufacturing schedules. - Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced laboratory environment. - Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively in cross-functional teams. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Ability to communicate analytical results, testing status, and laboratory concerns effectively. - Ability to follow written procedures and work independently with appropriate oversight. - Ability to accept feedback, adapt to changing priorities, and constructively manage conflict. Education & Experience - Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline or related field, with 1- 2 years of hands-on lab experience preferred; or - Master’s degree in a scientific discipline or related field, with 1 year of hands-on lab experience preferred. - Experience in pharmaceutical commercial QC testing preferred. Physical Requirements - Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer. - Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times. - Adheres to consistent and predictable in-person attendance. Visit https://www.seranbio.com/careers to learn more about company culture and the community of Bend, Oregon. Applicants must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Benefits Summary: Serán employees accrue over four weeks of paid time off annually. Employer contributions to a retirement account begin after 90 days and do not require an employee match or vesting period. Various health plans allow employees to find the best coverage for their individual or family needs with minimal employee contributions. Serán covers each employee with basic life and long-term disability, giving access to increase or add coverage. An Employee Assistance Program provides support for all things related to our employees’ wellbeing, along with access to pet insurance. The Corporate Headquarters of Serán BioScience are located at [63047 Layton Ave, Bend, OR 97701](https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=89945e36682bf05113ab303fd3f1c9a15c6f7e74683fcc8c429813f125b36844JmltdHM9MTczMzI3MDQwMA&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=4&fclid=076ddb4a-efd8-6d3a-2ff2-cfdaee446c2a&u=a1L21hcHM_Jm1lcGk9MTI3fn5Vbmtub3dufkFkZHJlc3NfTGluayZ0eT0xOCZxPVNlciVDMyVBMW4lMjBCaW9zY2llbmNlJTJDJTIwTExDJnNzPXlwaWQuWU44NzN4MTUzMDIzMTAwNDQ1OTA4OTg5NTkmcHBvaXM9NDQuMDg5NzE0MDUwMjkyOTdfLTEyMS4yOTE2NDEyMzUzNTE1Nl9TZXIlQzMlQTFuJTIwQmlvc2NpZW5jZSUyQyUyMExMQ19ZTjg3M3gxNTMwMjMxMDA0NDU5MDg5ODk1OX4mY3A9NDQuMDg5NzE0fi0xMjEuMjkxNjQxJnY9MiZzVj0xJkZPUk09TVBTUlBM&ntb=1) ## About Serán BioScience ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Serán BioScience is a science-driven drug development partner providing integrated formulation, particle engineering, and clinical manufacturing services to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. - **Entity Type**: Private (Privately Held) - **Headquarters**: Bend, Oregon, United States - **Founded**: 2016 - **Founders**: Dr. Smithey (President, CEO, and Co-founder) ## Core Business - **Primary Industry**: Biotechnology / Drug Development (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization – CDMO) - **Target Customers**: B2B – Pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies (from preclinical to commercial stage) - **Mission**: To provide optimized drug development and manufacturing services for clients, from discovery to the clinic, using a science-first approach to accelerate medicines to patients. ## Products & Services - **Preformulation Services**: Physicochemical characterization and early feasibility studies to guide formulation strategy. - **Formulation Development**: Design of robust formulations for poorly soluble compounds using spray drying, hot melt extrusion, fluid bed processing, granulation, and solid dosage forms (tablets, capsules, multiparticulates). - **Particle Engineering**: Custom-built spray dryers capable of producing nano-to-micro particles; expertise in spray-dried dispersions and engineered particles for inhalation. - **Clinical Manufacturing**: cGMP manufacturing of clinical trial materials (suspensions, capsules, tablets) with on-site ICH stability storage. - **Commercial Manufacturing**: A 100,000 sq ft commercial manufacturing campus under construction, including large-scale spray drying for late-stage clinical and commercial supply. - **Quality Control Laboratory**: Full release, stability, and microbial testing capabilities. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available - **Key Metric**: Total Funding – Not disclosed; Headcount of 146 employees (+0.6% YoY as of latest LinkedIn data) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not publicly disclosed - **Growth Signals**: Constructing a 100,000 sq ft commercial manufacturing facility; expanding team to over 200 members; adding new development facilities and quality control labs; LinkedIn follower growth of +29.1% year-over-year. ## Competitive Advantages - **Science-First Approach**: Employs predictive design tools, novel chemistry, and advanced analytical methods from the earliest stages to de-risk development. - **Particle Engineering Leadership**: Decades of experience with poorly soluble compounds; proprietary spray drying and particle engineering technologies (nano-structures to micro-particulates). - **End-to-End Support**: Integrated services from preformulation through commercial manufacturing, reducing handoffs and timelines. - **Right From the Start™ Methodology**: Parallel development of drug product intermediates and final dosage forms to accelerate programs. ## Strategic Focus - **Commercial Scale-Up**: Investing in a dedicated commercial manufacturing campus to support clients’ late-stage and marketed products. - **Technology Expansion**: Continuously expanding technical capabilities (spray drying, hot melt extrusion, fluid bed processing) and facility footprint. - **Talent Acquisition**: Growing the team of scientists, engineers, and support staff to serve an increasing pipeline of complex drug molecules. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Collaborative, respectful, and fun environment where every role contributes to delivering novel therapies. Emphasis on mentoring and continuous learning. - **Work-Life Balance**: Central Oregon lifestyle with outdoor recreation access; standard business hours (with alternative shifts in manufacturing/QC/QA). - **On-Site Requirement**: All employees are expected to work on the Bend campus; remote flexibility considered on a case-by-case basis. - **Benefits**: Paid time off, employer retirement contributions (no match or vesting required after 90 days), fully funded medical/dental/vision for employee and household, basic life and long-term disability, Employee Assistance Program. - **Ideal Applicant**: Scientific background with GLP/GMP knowledge; inquisitive problem-solver who follows SOPs and collaborates toward common goals. ## Sources 1. [seranbio.com](https://www.seranbio.com/about) 2. [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/seran-bioscience) 3. [seranbio.com](https://www.seranbio.com/careers) 4. 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